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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Charlotte Bus Station | Charleston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Charlotte Bus Station | Charleston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Charlotte Bus Station | Charleston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Charlotte Bus Station | Charleston Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Charlotte Bus Station | Charleston Bus Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Charleston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Charlotte and Charleston?
Stops in Charlotte
- A
Tornado & El Expreso Bus Company
4705 N. Tryon S, Charlotte, NC, USA - C
Charlotte Greyhound Bus Station
601 W Trade St , Charlotte, NC 28202 - D
Agencia El Salvador Bus Stop
4335 N Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28213 - E
4127 Glenwood Dr
4127 Glenwood Dr, Charlotte, NC 28208 (Exxon Gas Station)
Stops in Charleston
- A
Charleston Greyhound Bus Station
300 Reynolds St, Charleston, WV 25301 - B
Slack Plaza Charleston Transit Mall
154-168 Laidley St, Charleston, WV 25301, USA
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Based on 87407 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $64
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, WV, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Charlotte to Charleston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charlotte to Charleston start from $64. The average price for this route is around $87. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Charlotte to Charleston?
The average bus travel time from Charlotte to Charleston is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 355 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Charlotte to Charleston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Charlotte to Charleston?
The earliest bus departs from Charlotte to Charleston at 2:50am. And the latest bus departs at 2:50am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlotte to Charleston?
A bus trip from Charlotte to Charleston generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, WV, US was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $89To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, WV, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $89 to $158 for a bus ticket from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, WV, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $158 which is on 2025-11-29.
What's the cheapest way to go from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, WV, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
